2025 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID COMES THIS SUMMER, SPORTIER MAZDAS COMING + MORE! WEEKLY UPDATE

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This weekly automotive news update covers a range of manufacturer announcements and reveals. Key highlights include Honda's 2025 Civic Hybrid, which will be available in both sedan and hatchback forms and is expected to comprise 40% of Civic sales. Honda also plans styling and feature enhancements for the entire Civic lineup. Acura is set to introduce a new entry-level crossover, likely sharing components with the HR-V but offering a more potent engine and refined interior, and will update the MDX and RDX with new technology, notably a touchscreen interface for the MDX, replacing its controversial touchpad. Mazda revealed Spirit Racing RS concepts for the Miata and Mazda3, hinting at production-ready sportier variants for the Japanese market. Other news includes the Lexus RZ 450e F Sport Performance (Japan-only, limited production), leaked images of the 2025 Dodge Charger retaining its concept car look, the upcoming all-electric Jeep Wagoneer S with impressive performance figures, and a rumored limited-run Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Final Edition. Ford's F-150 Lightning Switchgear concepts and the Mustang Mach-E Bronze Package are also discussed as efforts to boost EV interest. Aston Martin teased the new Vantage, and the 2025 Cadillac XT5 was revealed via Chinese government filings.